CutStop resources and links
Prospect has produced a range of resources you can use for campaigning against the cuts.
- materials dedicated to the CutStop campaign
- generic resources to help you run or get involved in a campaign.
Key links
WriteToThem.com - find out who your MP is, arrange a meeting or write to them, and also keep tabs on when they speak and how they vote.
False Economy, supported by the TUC, is for everybody concerned about the impact of the government's spending cuts on their community, their family or their job. It includes a comprehensive list of events.
There is a Better Way, supported by the Scottish TUC, focuses on cuts campaigning across Scotland. Catch up with activities, events and key issues.
The Campaign for Science & Engineering is the leading advocate for science and engineering in the UK. It runs the Science is Vital campaign for investment in science and engineering skills.
Touchstone is 
an informal TUC blog about policy issues in the news. It includes a Cuts Watch feature trying to list all the spending cuts flowing from this government's policy of reducing the deficit.
Follow Prospect, False Economy and There is a Better Way on Twitter.
Leaflet/booklet:
Pay Briefing for the Civil Service, May 2012
This briefing demonstrates how the latest in a succession of attacks on public sector pay that have impacted disproportionately on the civil service. It also sets out Prospect’s immediate objectives for the 2012-13 pay round.
This briefing demonstrates how the latest in a succession of attacks on public sector pay that have impacted disproportionately on the civil service. It also sets out Prospect’s immediate objectives for the 2012-13 pay round.
Leaflet/booklet:
Don't let Osborne steal your pension
This flyer details why you should vote 'YES' in the Prospect pensions ballot.
This flyer details why you should vote 'YES' in the Prospect pensions ballot.
Letter:
MC letter to Nick Clegg
A letter from Mike Clancy to Nick Clegg following the deputy prime minister's speech on deregulation
A letter from Mike Clancy to Nick Clegg following the deputy prime minister's speech on deregulation
Submission:
Fee for intervention - HSE proposal to extend cost recovery - Prospect response
Prospect's submission to CD235
Prospect's submission to CD235
Leaflet/booklet:
November 30 – the case for voting yes (printer friendly version)
November 30 – the case for voting 'yes' in the pensions ballot
November 30 – the case for voting 'yes' in the pensions ballot
Leaflet/booklet:
November 30 – the case for voting yes
November 30 – the case for voting 'yes' in the pensions ballot
November 30 – the case for voting 'yes' in the pensions ballot
Leaflet/booklet:
Leaflet spelling out ways to keep up the pressure on the government
This leaflet sets out ways you can make your voice heard and keep up the pressure on the government to change its stance on pensions – so share it with colleagues (First published in Oct-Nov Profile).
This leaflet sets out ways you can make your voice heard and keep up the pressure on the government to change its stance on pensions – so share it with colleagues (First published in Oct-Nov Profile).
Poster:
'Miles' poster opposing switch from RPI to CPI
A poster and advert explaining why it's wrong of the government to switch the measure for uprating pensions from the retail prices index to the consumer prices index
A poster and advert explaining why it's wrong of the government to switch the measure for uprating pensions from the retail prices index to the consumer prices index
Letter:
OctHSETelegraphletter
A letter sent to the Daily Telegraph for publication in respond to an article claiming HSE squandered taxpayers money
A letter sent to the Daily Telegraph for publication in respond to an article claiming HSE squandered taxpayers money
Multi Media Files:
Radio Cornwall interview with Geraldine O'Connell
Geraldine O'Connell talks about the impact the closure of the veterinary laboratory service at the Truro regional Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency centre will have
Geraldine O'Connell talks about the impact the closure of the veterinary laboratory service at the Truro regional Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency centre will have
Letter:
SeptGuardianFSSletter
A letter to the Guardian Editor commenting on an article raising fears over the impact the closure of the FSS will have on the criminal justice system
A letter to the Guardian Editor commenting on an article raising fears over the impact the closure of the FSS will have on the criminal justice system
Leaflet/booklet:
Is this the lightest green government ever?
This leaflet explains why the government's cavalier disregard for expert advice on the environment and green investment undermines its claim to be "the greenest government ever".
This leaflet explains why the government's cavalier disregard for expert advice on the environment and green investment undermines its claim to be "the greenest government ever".
Poster:
Poster: October 1st People First March and Rally, Glasgow
Poster advertising Scottish TUC's October 1st People First March and Rally, Glasgow
Poster advertising Scottish TUC's October 1st People First March and Rally, Glasgow
Leaflet/booklet:
October 1st People First March and Rally, Glasgow
Leaflet advertising the Scottish TUC's October 1st People First March and Rally, Glasgow
Leaflet advertising the Scottish TUC's October 1st People First March and Rally, Glasgow
Local newsletter:
Jersey Civil Service Association Briefing 1 August 2011
First Jersey Civil Service Association briefing about current issues facing the membership
First Jersey Civil Service Association briefing about current issues facing the membership
Pensions briefing:
Letter to MP: Public service pension scheme members
Prospect is calling on members to write to their MP to protest the government's decision to impose steep increases in their pension scheme contributions. This briefing contains a draft letter and some tips on writing to your MP
Prospect is calling on members to write to their MP to protest the government's decision to impose steep increases in their pension scheme contributions. This briefing contains a draft letter and some tips on writing to your MP
National newsletter:
Public Eye, issue 5 – July 2011
Includes: Trade union leaders meeting with ministers on June 27, plus reports from the Civil Service sector conference 2011
Includes: Trade union leaders meeting with ministers on June 27, plus reports from the Civil Service sector conference 2011
Submission:
Submission by the Forestry Commission Trade Unions to the Science and Technology Select Committee
The Forestry Commission trade unions, including Prospect, have submitted a response to the Commons Science & Technology Select Committee inquiry examining forest research as part of the ongoing monitoring of the Spending Review 2010.
The Forestry Commission trade unions, including Prospect, have submitted a response to the Commons Science & Technology Select Committee inquiry examining forest research as part of the ongoing monitoring of the Spending Review 2010.
Circular: Standard:
A state pension for the 21st century
Response by Prospect to the consultation questions
Response by Prospect to the consultation questions
National newsletter:
Public Eye – June 2011
Includes the latest information on public service pensions and job cuts
Includes the latest information on public service pensions and job cuts
Rep's guide:
Prospect media guide
This guide seeks to give some practical advice to Prospect reps on handling media inquiries and contacting press, radio and TV. But you should always ensure your full-time officer is alerted to any potential story involving your branch. Prospect's Communications Department is also there to assist and answer your queries.
This guide seeks to give some practical advice to Prospect reps on handling media inquiries and contacting press, radio and TV. But you should always ensure your full-time officer is alerted to any potential story involving your branch. Prospect's Communications Department is also there to assist and answer your queries.
Rep's guide:
On the campaign trail: Prospect campaign guide
Prospect's guide to campaigning: planning, taking action, lobbying, winning outside support, dealing with the media, campaign kit and resources.
Prospect's guide to campaigning: planning, taking action, lobbying, winning outside support, dealing with the media, campaign kit and resources.
Leaflet/booklet:
Meeting or writing to your MP: briefing note
Practical guidance on how to write to your MP or meet them at their local surgery: hints and tips on letter writing; preparing for a meeting; what to do when you get there; what follow-up action you should take.
Practical guidance on how to write to your MP or meet them at their local surgery: hints and tips on letter writing; preparing for a meeting; what to do when you get there; what follow-up action you should take.
Template:
Generic model letter to MPs
A model letter inviting your MP to meet you at the House of Commons during a parliamentary lobby.
A model letter inviting your MP to meet you at the House of Commons during a parliamentary lobby.
Rep's guide:
03 Lobbying parliament
Government policies have a huge impact on people at work. From employment law to energy policy, every Prospect member is affected by political decisions in one way or another. If you're campaigning for a change of policy, this guide explains how to use the parliamentary process to assist your cause.
Government policies have a huge impact on people at work. From employment law to energy policy, every Prospect member is affected by political decisions in one way or another. If you're campaigning for a change of policy, this guide explains how to use the parliamentary process to assist your cause.